1991 Honda CRX vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
